• If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ & read the forum rules. To view all forums, post or create a new thread, you must be an AAPC Member. If you are a member and have already registered for member area and forum access, you can log in by clicking here. If you've forgotten the password it can be reset on our sign in section by entering your registered Email Address or Username here. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below..

Wiki can we code this 2D exam

Create Wiki
S

sudip.rai

Contributor
Messages
12
Best answers
0
TECHNIQUE: 2D reconstruction of the pelvis was performed utilizing
data from a CT of the chest abdomen and pelvis performed on 11/21/2009.

We have already coded the CT of chest, abdomen, and pelvis on 11/21/2009. We usually do not code the 2D reconstruction. Should it be coded seperately.
 
According to the ACR:

Two dimensional (2D) postprocessing does not constitute a computed tomographic angiography (CTA) study. When CT scanning is performed using contrast enhanced dynamic-timed imaging and 2D reformatted axial images are obtained or multiplanar reconstructions (MPR) (e.g., coronal, sagittal, or even an off-axis view) are done, this should be reported with a standard CT with contrast code that identifies the anatomic area studied. None of these 2D planar reconstructions qualify as “angiographic” reconstruction.

Looks like you have already charged correctly.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top